Formulary Monographs [CHLORAMBUCIL, 1000]
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CHLORAMBUCIL
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ANTINEOPLASTICS
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Chronic lymphocytic leukemia, lymphomas
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Anorexia, nausea, leukop enia, throm-bocytopenia, anaemia. Drink 6-8 glasses of liquid everyday.Avoid aspirin or medication containing aspirin.
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0.1-0.2mg/kg/day (usually 4-10mg once daily ) for 3-4 weeks.
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Chlorambucil can cause fetal harm when administered to pregnant women, but potential benefits from use of the drug may be acceptable in certain conditions despite the possible risks to the fetus.
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Discontinue breast-feeding.
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